Join us on October 15th for a side-by-side comparison of using boom mics vs lav mics for capturing audio in various film making and videography scenarios.We’ll have a discussion on the pros and cons for each style of microphone and why it may be good to use both on some occasions.See you there!
Creativity, Connection and Community
Lights, camera, action! Calling all CPVA Members (and non-members) to showcase your best video work at our Annual Film Festival on February 13, 2024 at Mas Studios – 812A 16 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta. Everyone is welcome to join the audience for the festival! Tell your friends to come.Contest Details:- Submit your video masterpiece by…
Pro member Gil Ngai will share a client film project and discuss his process of a 2 week start to finish. Gil will share his streamlined approach, from initial planning to final delivery, highlighting practical strategies for achieving high-quality results on a budget and timeline. You will gain key takeaways that you can apply immediately to your own…
This month we’ll have our first ever CPVA Challenge, shooting a hero shot using natural light. This will be a great opportunity to explore the local area, collaborate and learn from each other. Please bring a camera, lens, memory card and card reader. If you create video at any level, this is the place to be!Creativity, Connection…
Step into the world of green screen magic with a hands-on, interactive workshop designed for videographers of all levels. Whether you’re new to chroma keying or looking to refine your technique, this event will give you a chance to experiment with lighting, camera settings, and post-production workflows to achieve seamless, professional results. Together, we’ll test different green screen setups, troubleshoot…
https://vimeo.com/488781007 Led by Matt Allen of Flying Fox Productions, CPVA members put together this short tutorial on using camera movement in video. Watch the video to learn about tracking shots, zooms, pans and more.
Congratulations to our 2024 CPVA FilmFest Winners 1st Place: Sunsets and Silhouettes Music Video @jessieraefilms Logan White @rockyvistamedia @meeganleemedia2nd Place: The Iron Giant @day1media3rd Place: The Solar Sheep of Alberta, Grazing for Green Power Kyle HallA HUGE thank you to our sponsor @thecamerastore
